Routine inspection (3-year)·May 7, 2025

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Franchesca White and Linda Voong arrived at the above facility for the purpose of an unannounced 3yr annual inspection and Capacity Increase. LPA White announced the purpose of the visit and was granted entry into the home by Licensee Jennifer Monroy. The hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday), The ages of the children served are 2 months to 5 years old. There are 10 children enrolled and 6 children present at the time of inspection. All adults in the home were discussed and have current criminal background clearance. The following documents were observed on the Parent Board: License, Parents' Rights, and the Emergency Disaster Plan. The Earthquake Preparedness document was not available at the time of inspection. The Disaster Drill was available at the time of inspection with the last drill conducted on 4/11/2025. The facility roster was available during today's inspection and is current. Licensee applied for a capacity increase on 2/3/2025. The fire clearance was granted on 5/1/2025. Licensee has LIC 9149 Landlord Consent on file. Licensee understands because she has consent upon approval from a Licensing Program Manager (LPM) she will be granted the maximum capacity (14) of a Large Family Child Care home. All life saving devices were inspected and were operable at the time of inspection. The dual smoke & carbon monoxide detector is located in the main care space on the left wall. The 2A 10BC fire extinguisher is located in the off limits kitchen near the front entrance of the home. The proof of purchase receipt is dated 8/2024 and is kept in the files. LPA White advised that the purchase receipt be taped to the bottom of the Fire extinguisher, and the fire extinguisher should be serviced or a new fire extinguisher purchased each year. .........................................Report Continues 1 of 5 Pages......................................................................... The First Aid kit was observed to be mounted on the wall at the entrance of the home. The licensee states that Bedroom 4 will be used as an isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up by a parent/guardian. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected, including but not limited to, off limit areas. This is a single-story home that consists of four bedrooms, two bathrooms, dining room, living room, kitchen, and backyard. Areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service (cell phone), ventilation and heating. Living Room (located upon entry) as Main Care Area, Bathroom 1 (located at hallway entrance to the left), and Bedroom 4 (located to the rear of the home) as access to backyard and sick/isolation area only. Areas off limits to children and parents are Bedrooms 1,2,3, and the kitchen/dining room. At 10:00 a.m., LPAs observed the main care area to have a child size table with 6 chairs. There is a couch to the right of the entrance of the home. There are storage containers filled with soft play toys, and a open-faced storage case with resources and activities for the children. There are cubbies for the children's belongings located under the mounted flat screen tv. There is a book case located to the left next to the baby gate that makes the rest of the home inaccessible to children in care. To the left of the main care area is the off limits kitchen and dining area that is made inaccessible to children and parents by the use of a baby gate. The kitchen was inspected for cleanliness and safety for the children in care. All lower cabinets were made inaccessible by the use of child safety locks. Licensee states that she provides food and cooks for the children in care. Licensee states that the mai care area is used for napping. At 10:15 a.m. LPAs observed an open facing wall heater to be barricaded at the time of inspection. All off limits bedrooms were observed to have signs on them stating that they are off limits, and the doors were locked. At 10:25 a.m., LPAs observed the bathroom to have one sink, one toilet, a mounted changing table and supplies. LPAs observed the cabinets to be made inaccessible to children in care with the use of child safety locks. There is hand washing soap, toilet paper and a paper towel dispenser. At 10:35 a.m., LPAs observed Bedroom 4 to have a large bed, off limits bathroom, and a sliding door that leads to the back yard. ...................................................................Report continues 2 of 5 Pages............................................. At 10:40 a.m., LPAs observed the outdoor play area perimeter to be completely fenced with a section of the play area separated with a wooden fence from the driveway for the safety of the children. The play area is completely shaded using a material tarp. The play area was observed to have toy cars, dramatic play areas and age appropriate plastic slides for the children. There are storage bins that are made inaccessible to children in care with the use of a key lock. LPAs observed one dog and one cat. Licensee states that the dog is kept in an off limits area of the home. LPAs did not observe any bodies of water. Licensee states there are no weapons in the home. LPAs did not observe any firearms or weapons in the home. At 11:00 a.m., LPA Voong reviewed the children's files. Documents that were missing from the files (LIC 282, Infant Sleep Plan) were explained to Licensee, and a warning (technical violation) was given so that Licensee understands the potential risk to the health and safety of the children in care. Licensee states that the referral agency requires different documentation. LPA Voong advised that Licensee has both documents for Child Care Licensing and the referral agency. Licensee states that she will provide proof of the corrected files on or before May 21, 2025. At 11:45 a.m., LPA Voong reviewed the staff files. All staff files had the department required documents. The Licensee had immunization records available during today's inspection. The following documents were available during today's inspection: Mandated Reporter Training Certificate: 1/4/26 (expiration date) / CPR 1st Aid: 6/2025 (expiration date) Licensee was reminded that the expiration date is coming up. The Assistant's (Staff 2) file was reviewed and all the department required documents at the time of inspection. Immunization records were current and available during today's inspection. The following documents were available during today's inspection: Mandated Reporter Training: 6/25/26 (expiration date) / CPR 1st Aid: 6/2025 (Expiration Date). LPA Voong informed Licensee that the due date was approaching. At 12:25 a.m., LPAs observed the children during nap time. .................................................Report Continues 3 of 5 Pages.................................................................... LPA Voong informed Licensee that children should lay on a sheet protecting them from the cot as a best practice. LPA Voong provided assistance with the requirements for infant safe sleep, and what can not be in the pack-n-playpen with the child. Licensee agreed. The following were discussed: All areas used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service (cell phone), ventilation and heating (central air and heat). Licensee Jennifer Monroy was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Jennifer Monroy and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . ............................................Report Continues 4 of 5 Pages...................................................................... Licensee Jennifer Monroy was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Jennifer Monroy, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Based on today's observations, interviews, and record review there will be no deficiencies cited in accordance with California Title 22 regulations. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to post will result in a $100 civil penalty Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Jennifer Monroy. PIN 22-05-CCP Page Six. A copy of the report and the appeal rights was given to Licensee Jennifer Monroy. ........................................................Report Ends Here 5 of 5 Pages..............................................................